An Introductory Guide to Mental Health Research for Service Users and Carers

This course is aimed specifically at current or former mental health service users, carers and family members who want to get involved in mental health research and evaluation.

Level: Foundation

Aims

• To equip lay people with the basic knowledge to understand NHS research
• To equip lay people with the basic knowledge to understand research methods
• To give lay people basic knowledge to understand research terminology.

Learning Outcomes
Following the course, participants will be able to:

• Understand research management structures in the UK
• Understand the processes involved in carrying out a research project
• Develop the skills to read and understand research proposals
• Understand basic research methods
• Understand basic research terminology.

Programme
Through a combination of presentations, interactive exercises and discussion, the course will cover the following topics:

• Introduction to NHS research eg the NIHR and MHRN
• Introduction to public involvement in research specifically mental health research eg SURGE, Involve
• Service users and carers as researchers
• What is research?
• Introduction to basic research terminology
• Introduction to the processes involved in carrying out a research project
• Introduction to basic research methods
• Approval of NHS research – processes, RECs, NHS approval, peer review processes and guidance.

Duration
This is a one day course.

Cancellation Policy

UKCRN courses are offered free of charge to all staff and public and patient representatives working on or associated with the UKCRN portfolio of studies. Networks and host organisations are expected to pay travel, accommodation and other additional expenses incurred by their nominated staff. Failure to take up a pre-booked, confirmed place without giving the necessary notice will incur a £75.00 charge to cover part of the UKCRN Coordinating Centre’s costs. By accepting enrolment on this course, the UKCRN will determine that you are fully aware of the booking and cancellation/non-completion policies, and agree to the terms and conditions contained within these documents.